Stamas wins over Mosca in 98th District Republican race

Published 7:14 pm, Tuesday, August 7, 2012

State Rep. Jim Stamas is expected to win his primary election against challenger Jimmy Mosca.

Stamas, R-Midland, represents the 98th District, which includes portions of Midland and Bay counties, including the City of Midland.

In Midland County, with all precincts reporting, Stamas had 6,927 votes, or 77.3 percent, to Mosca's 2,015 votes, or 22.5 percent. In Bay County, with nine of 47 precincts reporting, Stamas has 449 votes to Mosca's 115 votes.

"I'm very pleased with the support that Midland and Bay counties are showing for me," Stamas said. "I appreciate that Mr. Mosca decided to participate in the process and I wish him well."